Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
Good morning, Cedar Rapids.
🎭 Culture
Orchestra Iowa announced its 2026-27 season featuring masterworks, pops and special productions, including a two-day Beethoven piano concerto event Nov.
14-15 in Cedar Rapids — performances will be held at the Paramount Theatre and Voxman Concert Hall, with events spanning Sept. through next June.
📰 Economy
Gas prices in Iowa have dropped nearly 2-cents to $3.32 a gallon this week, according to GasBuddy data.
Consumers in Cedar Rapids may benefit as the low prices continue to influence local fuel costs.
🏈 Sports
Following Friday’s game, the league suspended a Cedar Rapids assistant coach for the season and several players for upcoming games after an on-field fight with the Wyoming Cavalry.
The team apologized and promised higher standards — appeals remain available.
🎉 Cedar Rapids Events
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Free Volunteer Tax Assistance
12-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free service — Get help with your taxes from VITA volunteers in a friendly library environment.
Tai Chi for Well-Being
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Enhance your fitness and balance with a relaxing Tai Chi session.
Cedar Rapids Festival 2026
8:00 a.m. — Paramount Theatre — Sold Out — Celebrate the vibrant community spirit at this highly anticipated event in Cedar Rapids.
Livin' La Vida Lutheran
7 p.m. — Amana Performing Arts Center — $25 — Experience a comedic journey with the Looney Lutherans through music, laughter, and joy for a lively heart.
Youth Advisory Board Meeting
5-6 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Contribute your ideas and help shape the future of the library.
Almost, Maine
7:30 p.m. — Ballantyne Auditorium — Free entry for students — Experience the heartfelt comedy of love and connection in a remote town on a magical winter night.
Good Friday Prayer Breakfast 2026
6:30-8:30 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex — No cost mentioned — Enjoy a morning of prayer and breakfast with keynote speaker Kyle Hunter on this holy day.
Zeus Rebel Waters and the Ghetto Cowboys Live
8 p.m. — Moco Game Room & Hot Dog Bar — No refunds — Experience a dynamic night of music with Zeus Rebel Waters and the Ghetto Cowboys on their Gumbo Show Tour.
Community Writers Circle
1-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — A supportive space for adults to explore creative writing and storytelling.
Cedar Rapids Titans vs North Michigan Muskies
7-10 p.m. — Alliant Energy Power House — Special ticket prices for students and essential workers — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Titans and Muskies.
🏠 Cedar Rapids Real Estate
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